Legal News 10/2010 (Page 42)

Wyoming attorney Michele Neves Eliot, Casper, was suspended from the practice of law in Wyoming, effective immediately, by order of the Wyoming Supreme Court on Sept. 30.(Oct 15, 2010)

Ethics panel: Ex-IURC lawyer may have violated law

Five weeks after giving a green light to Scott Storms to move from his job as top lawyer at the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to Duke Energy Indiana, the state ethics panel is having second thoughts.(Oct 15, 2010)

Video: Attorney General candidates talk

The Free Press asked the candidates for attorney general, Bill Schuette and David Leyton.(Oct 15, 2010)

It's 'grudge' judge vs. slay lawyer

The trial of a teenager accused of murdering a WABC Radio newsman hasn't started, but the objections were flying at a hearing yesterday, with a defense lawyer accusing the judge of painting a target on his chest. Defense lawyer Jeffrey Schwartz accused Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Neil Firetog of...(Oct 15, 2010)

A 17-member panel of justices asked Attorney General Anwar- ul-Haque to explain last night’s allegations broadcast on Pakistani television channels, according to a statement on the court’s website . Those reports claimed the government is considering withdrawing its March 2009 order to reinstate judges fired by Musharraf.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney General hints at review of responsibility for online prejudicial comments

The Attorney General has said that operators of websites should be responsible for comments made by visitors to their sites that prejudice trials. Dominic Grieve said that he wants "further discussions" on site owners' liability.(Oct 15, 2010)

Dilkes: City not discriminating in housing

The city attorney this week refuted the claims of a local housing agency’s lawyer that Iowa City has discriminated against minorities and families with children by denying an affordable housing project.(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer believed to have shot himself

by PANORAMA reporter A lawyer was found dead early yesterday morning, it has been confirmed by police. However, the RGP says that no further details can be given as the Coroner is carrying out an investigation. He was found dead at 1.30am.(Oct 15, 2010)

Offspring of former mayors vie for Attorney General

This year’s attorney general race pits a telegenic career prosecutor from Tampa against a seasoned politician from South Florida.(Oct 15, 2010)

Lohan's lawyer brands rehab escape rumours 'absurd'

Lindsay Lohan's lawyer has branded reports that she tried to escape rehab to get a fizzy drink 'absurd and untrue'.(Oct 15, 2010)

Ex-lawyer admits guilt in property claim scam

MEDIA COURTHOUSE — A disbarred lawyer pleaded guilty Thursday to charges he pocketed money from deceased clients in an unclaimed property scam, and that some of that estimated $50,000 was used to pay off restitution in a federal case he had involving ripping off veterans, according to a prosecutor.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney general challenger says Van Hollen politicized office

The Democratic candidate for attorney general is accusing incumbent J.B. Van Hollen of politicizing the office and neglecting his duty as the states chief attorney.(Oct 15, 2010)

On a recent morning, attorneys shuttled in and out of the Genesee County Prosecutor's Office to talk strategy on their latest cases: embezzlement in Beecher, a homicide by hammer in Burton, the serial stabbings around Flint.(Oct 15, 2010)

Vt. attorney general warns of phone, e-mail scams

Vermont Attorney General William Sorrell is urgently warning Vermonters to be suspicious of any request to send money by wire transfer.(Oct 15, 2010)

Cruz, Shea face off for District Attorney

On Nov. 2, Jack Shea, a Democrat, will try to beat Tim Cruz, a two-term Republican incumbent credited with introducing the county to an array of federal and local crime prevention programs.(Oct 15, 2010)

Winters' attorney files for new sentencing

The North Platte Telegraph On Aug. 16, 21-year-old Ryan Winters was sentenced to spend the next 5-10 years in prison after being convicted for attempted sexual assault of a child. On Monday, his attorney, Stephen Potter called the sentencing excessive.(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer for Hope High School students asks court to restore teacher planning time

Lawyer for high school students says there's been rise in discipline issues, absenteeism(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer says facts in suit against Finney may change

CHAMPAIGN – The attorney who filed a lawsuit alleging that it was Police Chief R.T. Finney – not Officer Daniel Norbits – who killed Kiwane Carrington says he is preparing to argue his case, but the facts he presented might change as investigations proceed. read more(Oct 15, 2010)

Ethics panel: Ex-IURC lawyer may have violated law

Five weeks after giving a green light to Scott Storms to move from his job as top lawyer at the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to Duke Energy Indiana, the state ethics panel is having second thoughts.(Oct 15, 2010)

Metz challenging Keeler for Carver County Attorney position

For our coverage of the 2010 election concerning the Carver County Attorney’s race, a question and answer session was recently held with incumbent candidate Jim Keeler and challenger Mark Metz. The candidates’ responses appear below.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney General to appeal Freeman ruling

A spokeswoman for the state Attorney General said an appeal is planned for the overturned murder conviction of Fredrick Freeman.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney Jameika Williams Mangum, a Force to be Reckoned With

Attorney Jameika Williams Mangum Proves Herself a Force to be Reckoned With Secures Major Trial Win: Jury Finds her Client Not Guilty of Attempting to Board an Aircraft with Loaded Weapon.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney general says US will still enforce its marijuana laws even if Calif. voters legalize

WASHINGTON - Attorney General Eric Holder says the Justice Department will prosecute distribution and possession of marijuana in California even if the state's voters approve a ballot measure to legalize the drug.(Oct 15, 2010)

City attorney seeks judge's recusal

Thelma Grimes/San Pedro Valley News-Sun After filing a motion asking Cochise County Superior Court Judge Stephen Desens to reconsider an earlier ruling that went against the city, Benson City Attorney Michael Massee followed up with a motion for the judge to recuse himself completely.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney general challenger says Van Hollen politicized office

The Democratic candidate for attorney general is accusing incumbent J.B. Van Hollen of politicizing the office and neglecting his duty as the states chief attorney.(Oct 15, 2010)

Jepsen Talks Staffing in Attorney General's Office (Web First)

Attorney General candidate George Jepsen (D-Ridgefield) said that, although the next governor will likely look for places to slash state spending, he believes it would be ill-advised to reduce the staff in the attorney general’s office, since it has only has two more full-time employees than it did 20 years ago and there has been a considerable increase in its case load.(Oct 15, 2010)

Video: Attorney general candidates talk

The Free Press asked the candidates for attorney general, Bill Schuette and David Leyton, to talk about their goals.(Oct 15, 2010)

Faced with overwhelming evidence against his client, defense attorney Jeff Deen used his closing argument this morning to attack the prosecution's case on technical grounds.(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer: Texas arson case prosecutor shows bias

An Innocence Project attorney on Friday questioned the impartiality of a prosecutor leading a state science panel's probe of an arson investigation that led to the execution of a Texas man.(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer joins spill challenge

Standing on the shores of Bayou La Batre in Alabama, Luan Tran glanced across the water, shielded his eyes and watched a few boats trudge across the bay. The "Seafood Capital of Alabama" was quiet, without its usual buzz of Vietnamese American-owned...(Oct 15, 2010)

Arrested Foreclosure Lawyer: ‘We Weren’t Trespassing’

California attorney Michael T. Pines has been busy helping people break into their foreclosed homes, using a locksmith or, if necessary, by smashing a window.(Oct 15, 2010)

Oksana's Lawyer: Mel Is a 'Deadbeat Dad'

Filed under: Oksana Grigorieva , Celebrity Justice Oksana Grigorieva just left the courthouse after her newest lawyer called Mel Gibson a "deadbeat dad." Lisa Bloom just left the courthouse with Oksana and said Mel's behind on child support payments. Bloom also claimed Mel's lawyers are "bullying… Read more(Oct 15, 2010)

Lawyer: Arson Case Prosecutor Shows Bias

An Innocence Project attorney questions the impartiality of a prosecutor leading a state science panel's probe of an arson investigation that led to the execution of a Texas man.(Oct 15, 2010)

Bankruptcy lawyer charged with stealing from dozens of clients

Syracuse, NY - A Syracuse lawyer accused of taking money from dozens of bankruptcy clients and never doing any work was arrested today on a sealed indictment. Christopher Chadick, 58, was arraigned late this morning before Onondaga County Judge Joseph...(Oct 15, 2010)

Officer's attorney: Shooting was justified under the circumstances

The attorney for Seattle police officer Ian Birk issued a statement, saying that Birk's fatal shooting of woodcarver John T. Williams on Aug. 30 was justified under the circumstances.(Oct 15, 2010)

Oksana's Lawyer: We're Concerned About Lucia

Filed under: Oksana Grigorieva , Mel Gibson , Celebrity Justice Oksana Grigorieva 's new lawyer just walked out of the courthouse and made a mysterious comment about the safety of baby Lucia. Lisa Bloom said, "There are concerns about the baby." When pressed, Bloom refused to elaborate. Ironically, the judge… Read more(Oct 15, 2010)

WI opens criminal investigation into former district attorney

Wisconsin has opened a criminal investigation into a district attorney who resigned after several women said he abused his power to seek sexual relationships.(Oct 15, 2010)

Indiana Attorney Conduct Changes Curb Ambulance Chasers

The Indiana Supreme Court has changed attorney conduct rules to keep lawyers from getting in touch with victims right after an accident.(Oct 15, 2010)

Consumer Lawyer Max Gardner to Answer Your Foreclosure Questions

On the NewsHour Thursday, Paul Solman had the first in a series of reports on the foreclosure debacle. In "Show Me the Mortgage," Solman looked at some of the legal issues being raised about the validity of foreclosure filings, including faulty (some say fraudulent) documentation, the use of robo-signing, and proof of ownership of the note. DetectFlashDecision_Blog('news01s445fqfa1 ...(Oct 15, 2010)

Minneapolis attorney agrees to disbarment

A former assistant Hennepin County attorney has agreed to be disbarred.(Oct 15, 2010)

Mpls. attorney agrees to disbarment in 'Nice Guys' prostitution case

John Paul St. Marie was charged this July with six felony counts of promoting prostitution.(Oct 15, 2010)

APNewsBreak: Wis. opens criminal probe into ex-DA

Wisconsin has opened a criminal investigation into a district attorney who resigned after several women said he abused his power to seek sexual relationships, the state Justice Department confirmed Friday.(Oct 15, 2010)

Marriage fight could hang on Calif. vote

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15 (UPI) -- The race for California attorney general will heavily influence the same-sex marriage controversy, a law school dean says.(Oct 15, 2010)

Attorney: Horse Killing Suspect Mentally Incompetent

No plea deal has been reached yet in the case of two men accused of slaughtering a horse, and an attorney for one of the suspects said Friday his client is mentally incompetent.(Oct 15, 2010)